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Mike Pence Opposes RFK Jr. Nomination for HHS Secretary, Calling Him Most Pro-Abortion Republican

Nov 15, 2024, 03:30 PM

Former Vice President Mike Pence has publicly opposed the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), citing concerns over Kennedy's pro-abortion stance. Pence described the potential confirmation of Kennedy as 'the most pro-abortion Republican appointed secretary of HHS in modern history.' He urged Senate Republicans to reject the nomination, stating that Kennedy's long-standing support for abortion rights, including his defense of abortion on demand throughout pregnancy and opposition to the Dobbs decision, represents a significant departure from the pro-life principles of the previous administration. Pence's comments reflect the views of many pro-life Americans who are concerned about the implications of Kennedy's appointment for future health policy.